Massachusetts H369 prohibits advertising of toxic cosmetic products to children under 18.
Massachusetts H369 amends consumer protection laws to prohibit advertisements targeting children under 18 for cosmetic products containing harmful ingredients. These ingredients include mercury, parabens, estrogenic chemicals, benzophenone, diethanolamine, nonylphenol, phthalates, talc powder, and other endocrine disruptors. The bill also bans advertisements using the image, voice, or depiction of children under 18 to promote such products. Violations carry fines of at least $5,000 for the first offense and $10,000 for subsequent offenses.
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